DIFFA

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DIFFA
Established1984 [1]
FoundersPat Green [1]
Larry Pond [1]
Type Nonprofit
Legal statusActive
PurposeAIDS charity
Region served
Worldwide
Website Official website

DIFFA, also known as Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS, is an American AIDS charity. [1] [2] [3] [4]

DIFFA marked a 30-year milestone of charity work in 2014. [1]

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References

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  3. "Recap: DIFFA/Dallas celebrated inclusivity and fashion at House of DIFFA Gala". Dallas Voice . May 17, 2022.
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